In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals, families and businesses in Las Vegas are stepping up to offer relief to people in the community who are in need of food, services and support. Here are stories about people who are leading with kindness and proving the community is #VegasStrong. Offers are valid at the […]
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McCarran Control Tower Reopens a Week after COVID-19 closure
The air traffic control tower at McCarran International Airport reopened Wednesday morning, a week after being shut down by the Federal Aviation Administration after a controller tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Staffing should increase throughout the day at the tower, according to the FAA. The weeklong closure, along with reduced airline schedules due […]
Why the Stock Market Correction Probably Won’t Impact Home Values
With the housing crash of 2006-2008 still visible in the rear-view mirror, many are concerned the current correction in the stock market is a sign that home values are also about to tumble. What’s taking place today, however, is nothing like what happened the last time. The S&P 500 did fall by over fifty percent […]
Are We About to See a New Wave of Foreclosures?
With all of the havoc being caused by COVID-19, many are concerned we may see a new wave of foreclosures. Restaurants, airlines, hotels, and many other industries are furloughing workers or dramatically cutting their hours. Without a job, many homeowners are wondering how they’ll be able to afford their mortgage payments. In spite of […]
Private Train to Las Vegas Moves Closer to Bond Approval
California may allocate a portion of its limited tax-exempt financing allotment to a proposed private train to Las Vegas even as it grapples with the expanding fallout of the coronavirus pandemic. Virgin Trains USA’s plan to bankroll the construction of the high-speed railroad may receive approval from a California committee on April 14. State Treasurer […]
Restaurants Add Mini Grocery Stores, Sell Wholesale Meats to Keep Las Vegas Fed
Las Vegas restaurants, food distribution companies, and smaller markets are pivoting to help locals get much needed provisions during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Locale Italian Kitchen in Mountain’s Edge not only has grab-and-go options including salads and sandwiches but also offers meat at wholesale prices. “People obviously aren’t coming out of their houses and coming to frequent […]
How to Support Vegas Restaurants During the Coronavirus Closures
Las Vegas is built on hospitality. When travel effectively halts and the entire events and entertainment industries are decimated overnight, this city — with a population over two million, 300,000 of which are directly employed in the hospitality industry — hurts badly, and every person who lives here hurts with it. Even in the best of […]
List of Las Vegas Restaurants/Eateries Offering Delivery/Drive-thru/Pickup
With Gov. Steve Sisolak ordering all non-essential businesses to close, restaurants and eateries can remain open if they have a delivery, drive-thru or pickup option. Here is a list of some of the places that have made the changes to comply with the governor’s order: Joe’s New York Pizza – Curbside pickup and delivery available at […]
New analysis: Low Rates Have Given a Big Boost to Housing Affordability
Low rates, higher affordability The recent drop in mortgage rates has caused a spike in overall housing affordability. According to a new analysis, the market’s low rates have made a larger share of homes more affordable for the average buyer — especially in markets like Dallas and Portland. A boost to housing affordability There’s […]
UPDATED Las Vegas Restaurants Offer Takeout, Delivery in Wake of Shutdown
Gov. Steve Sisolak’s directive Tuesday evening ordering all restaurants in the state to shutter their dine-in facilities in an effort to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus has prompted more Southern Nevada restaurants to begin takeout and delivery services, which are allowed, under the governor’s guidelines. This list will be updated daily. 8Kitchen, 25060 St. […]
